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Wreckfest 2 Content Update 1 brings tracks, cars, and tons of fixes
- The first content update for Wreckfest 2 has been released, bringing new tracks, cars, and various fixes to the game.
- New additions include the European rallycross track Finncross and the folk racing track.
- Two new vehicles, the European sports sedan Bravion and the American large sedan Rammer, have been introduced.
- The update includes fixes, optimizations, and feature enhancements such as reduced VRAM consumption and support for DLSS, FSR, and XeSS upscaling.
- Improvements have been made to the server browser, controller rumble, FOV settings, AI behavior, and more.
- Players can now invite friends through the Steam Friends List, sort and search servers in the Server Browser, and enjoy synced hand gestures in multiplayer.
- Changes related to controllers, gameplay, AI mechanics, and audio effects have been implemented to enhance the overall gaming experience.
- The update roadmap includes plans for additional tracks and maps in the upcoming months based on community feedback.
- Initial impressions of Wreckfest 2 in Early Access suggest limited content but promising future developments for fans of the franchise.
- The Early Access version is recommended for those eager to witness the game's evolution despite its current demo-like state.
- Stay tuned for more updates and improvements as Wreckfest 2 continues its development process.
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U.S. smartphone shipments rose 30% in March, spurred by tariff concerns
- Smartphone shipments to the U.S. surged by 30% in March due to concerns over tariffs, with companies like Apple, Samsung, and Motorola importing more devices to avoid potential price hikes.
- Apple airlifted $2 billion worth of iPhones from India using suppliers Foxconn and Tata Electronics to meet the increased demand, as reported by Reuters.
- The surge in shipments was a strategy to bypass heavy tariffs that could impact profits and demand, leading companies to shift towards diversifying supply chains from China to countries like India and Vietnam.
- President Donald Trump's announcement of tariffs on April 2 prompted companies, including Apple, to adapt their supply chains. Apple's sales to distributors and retailers rose by 42% in March, while Samsung's sell-in increased by 4%.
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STALKER: Legends of the Zone is being enhanced further for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC next week
- STALKER: Legends of the Zone is getting a new Enhanced Edition for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC next week on May 20th.
- Enhanced Edition includes visual upgrades for the original trilogy games with improved lighting, textures, advanced shaders, and 4K pre-rendered cinematics.
- Graphics modes for consoles include Quality, Balanced, Performance, and Ultra Performance settings for different resolutions and frame rates.
- Existing owners of the games will receive a free upgrade to the Enhanced Edition, with support for mod integration and Steam Workshop on PC.
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WWE 2K25 New Wave Pack Introduces Fresh Superstars & Secret Celebrity
- WWE 2K25 introduces the New Wave Pack, the first of five DLC packs, featuring new Superstars and moves for the game.
- The pack includes the Motor City Machine Guns, Stephanie Vaquer, and Giulia as franchise debutants with unique MyFACTION cards.
- The New Wave Pack is available for individual purchase or as part of the Season Pass, teasing a future celebrity guest character.
- Additional updates include MyFACTION content and The Island Chapter 2 coming soon, further enhancing the gameplay experience.
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Pathologic 3 devs defend choice to cut the plague town's open world to bits
- Pathologic 3 will have a different gameplay compared to its predecessor, with players embodying the Bachelor instead of a roaming surgeon.
- The open world in Pathologic 3 will not be freely explorable like before, but will involve isolated pockets, loading screens, map plotting, and fast travel, which has disappointed some fans.
- Ice-Pick Lodge developers defended their decision to change the game's traversal stating that they wanted to try new things creatively and commercially, as sequels to indie games often sell worse than the originals.
- While the studio is maintaining the fragmented open world, they are addressing issues like the survival meter for the hero's mental state and performance improvements before the game's release later this year.
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Dark Elves & Cosmic Magic Arrive in SpellForce: Conquest of Eo – Children of Nor DLC
- THQ Nordic and Owned by Gravity release SpellForce: Conquest of Eo – Children of Nor DLC introducing Dark Elves as playable faction and Astromancer archetype for £10.74 on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.
- Dark Elves bring unique units like Raptor Riders and Witches, excel in poisons and summoning, and thrive under the moon's light, offering new tactical avenues.
- Astromancer archetype allows players to craft constellations, create star maps for bonuses, and send minions to discover new celestial powers.
- Expansion includes facing Zahaar the Snake, new moon phases mechanic, fresh adventures, and content, promising increased replayability and strategic depth to the base game.
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Jump Back Onto Fernbus Coach Simulator with Bus Pack #5!
- Aerosoft and TML Studios have released Fernbus Coach Simulator – Bus Pack #5 featuring the Neoplan Cityliner in various configurations.
- The Neoplan Cityliner is known for its authentic design and high-quality equipment, offering an incomparable driving experience with options in three different lengths and equipment variants for each length.
- The Bus Pack #5 expands the player's fleet in Fernbus Coach Simulator, adding nine distinct Neoplan Cityliner versions to cater to different passenger comfort preferences on long-distance routes.
- While focusing on adding a new vehicle, TML Studios and Aerosoft continue to support the game with new content like Poland map expansion, providing more choices and content for players.
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FBC: Firebreak is a great time, for a shooter with terrible guns
- Objects of power in Control's fiction play a key role in FBC: Firebreak, representing random events that enhance the game's enemies temporarily.
- Theme of power dominates the setting with a focus on institutional power, control of information, and strength of altered objects.
- Weapons in Firebreak are notably weak and lack impact, contrasting with the game's intense scenarios and distinct missions.
- Players can choose Crisis kits with unique tools, like the Splash kit with a water cannon, providing variety but highlighting the guns' shortcomings.
- Despite the lackluster firearms, Firebreak's engaging gameplay and distinctive missions make it enjoyable, with room for improvement in future updates.
- Missions in Firebreak are snappy and escalate in complexity, offering a mix of frantic action and humor as players tackle diverse challenges.
- Firebreak includes missions such as repairing boilers, collecting orbs, and battling post-it note enemies, each presenting chaotic and comedic moments.
- Elemental interactions, like using showers to cleanse and heal, add depth to the gameplay without making it an immersive simulation.
- Upgrades and altered objects enhance Crisis kits, providing unique abilities and potential for more powerful weapons, addressing the initial lackluster gunplay.
- Despite its weak gun mechanics, Firebreak shows promise as an interesting co-op shooter, with the potential to become more compelling with further development and improvements.
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Chinese e-commerce sites offer up to $351 off Apple’s latest iPhones
- Chinese e-commerce platforms are offering discounts up to $351 on Apple's latest iPhones to boost sales amidst declining shipments in China.
- JD.com is selling the iPhone 16 Pro with 128GB storage at 5,469 yuan, a discount of 2,530 yuan from Apple's official price.
- Alibaba's Tmall marketplace is also providing discounts on the iPhone 16 models, with the iPhone 16 Pro 128GB available at 5,499 yuan.
- Apple has reduced prices during the '618' shopping festival in the past to leverage Chinese state subsidies on digital products.
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PGA TOUR 2K25 Season 2 Swings In: St Andrews, New Challenges & More Arrive
- PGA TOUR 2K25 Season 2 launches with new content, including St Andrews, Challenges game mode, and a Clubhouse Pass.
- The update introduces the iconic Old Course at St Andrews Links for free, along with special Major Championship-themed challenges.
- New features like the Greenskeeper Archetype, Challenges game mode, and Charles Schwab 3-Hole Course enhance the gameplay experience.
- Players can access a fresh Clubhouse Pass with free and premium tiers offering various rewards, contributing to an exceptional golfing experience in PGA TOUR 2K25.
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macOS 16 will warn you if an app tries to snoop on the things you copy and paste
- macOS 16 will enhance clipboard privacy by displaying a banner when an app tries to access clipboard data without permission.
- The update will bring new permission controls to block apps from reading clipboard contents secretly.
- Apple introduced similar privacy prompts on iOS and iPadOS 14 to address apps reading clipboard contents without consent.
- Other changes in macOS 16 include a user interface overhaul, accessibility features, and simplified connection to captive Wi-Fi networks.
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Wreckfest 2 adds new cars and muddy tracks with more planned next month
- Wreckfest 2 has added two new cars, a European sports sedan called the Bravion and an American longbrute called Rammer, alongside two new tracks, one of which is a revamped track from the first game.
- The game is in early access, currently offering a total of six vehicles and a limited selection of tracks, but the developers, Bugbear, plan for more cars and courses in the upcoming months.
- Additional updates include improvements like rumble support for gamepad, enhanced user interface, and the ability to invite friends to servers from Steam friends list.
- Bugbear promises more updates with new content and improvements, with a roadmap indicating another update of similar size scheduled for the next month, aiming to enhance the overall gameplay experience.
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was originally set in a steampunk England with aliens and zombies
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, an RPG, initially set in steampunk Victorian England with zombies and aliens.
- Early in development, the game was called 'We Lost', described as a modern take on JRPG genre.
- Voice actors were initially sought for the project, but the game underwent a complete overhaul after a call with investors.
- Lead writer Jennifer Svedberg-Yen mentioned that the story and setting of the game changed significantly during development.
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Anoxia Station review
- Anoxia Station offers a unique insectoid petro-horror atmosphere that is emotionally crushing and challenging.
- The game, developed by Yakov Butuzoff and published by Abylight Studios, is a turn-based city builder on Windows via Steam.
- Anoxia Station immerses players in a world of radiation, brutal temperatures, and giant bugs as they navigate a mining station underground.
- The game's horror is not in visible malice but in the indifferent forces that threaten survival, creating a sense of nightmarish hostility.
- Players must balance resources like oxygen, power, and fuel while managing specialists with bonus abilities that can permanently die.
- The gameplay is likened to a resource balance sheet, where decisions impact survival against acid snails and giant worms.
- Anoxia Station's eerie audio and unsettling visuals contribute to a bleak and immersive atmosphere, enhancing the sense of impending doom.
- With a limited pool of workers, players must carefully strategize to progress and combat the evolving threats to their underground base.
- The game's narrative and gameplay mechanics induce a feeling of ancient despair and isolation, emphasizing a struggle for survival in a hostile environment.
- Anoxia Station may not be for casual gamers due to its gruelling nature, but its unique atmosphere and gameplay elements make it a memorable experience.
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Helldivers 2's enemy squids are headed to Super Earth, so now you can tinker with your guns more
- Co-op shooter Helldivers 2 has introduced a new enemy faction, the Illuminate, threatening Super Earth.
- Developers Arrowhead have provided new weapon customization options in response to the alien squids' invasion.
- Players can customize primary weapons by unlocking attachments and skins using in-game currency.
- The update also includes new enemy types like the Stingray, Crescent Overseer, and Fleshmob, enhancing the gameplay experience.
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